Robert Scott
Jul 9, 2025
With grateful hearts and deep sadness, the family of Robert William Scott Sr. announces his peaceful passing on July 9, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of 98. Born on March 18, 1927, in Highland Park, Michigan, Robert was a man of quiet strength, steady dedication, and unwavering love for his family.
He was the beloved son of Floyd...
MarthaLee Fenrich
Jul 8, 2025
With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of MarthaLee Fenrich, who left this world peacefully in Portage, Michigan, on July 8, 2025. Born on August 6, 1937, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, MarthaLee lived a life rich in love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, and faith.
She was raised on Neville Island by her parents, Elva and Howard McCullough, alongside her...
Charles "Tim" House
Jul 7, 2025
Charles Timothy "Tim" House, 57, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 22, 1968, Tim lived a life full of adventure and joy. He had a deep love for his beloved dog, Tigre, who was a constant companion. Tim found great pleasure in fishing, playing a good game of poker, and was an...
Bill Eugene Groscost
Jul 6, 2025
Bill Eugene Groscost, born on May 2, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication and service, both in his professional and personal life.
Bill proudly served his country in the United States Navy, embodying the values of honor and sacrifice. His military service not only speaks to his bravery but...
Craig Ranes
Jul 6, 2025
Craig Steven Ranes of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at the age of 55. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on July 29, 1969 the son of Kathy Steppenwolf.
Craig attended, and graduated from, Kalamazoo Central High School. It was clear early on that Craig enjoyed working with his hands as there wasn't anything he couldn't...
Timothy Alan Kern
Jul 5, 2025
Timothy Alan Kern, of Portage passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the age of 69. Tim was born on June 11, 1956 in Redford, MI. He was the son of Clayton and Antonia Kern.
A complete obituary is in the process of being written.
While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Tim's guestbook and/or share your favorite memory with...
Marguerite Rose Benas Kochalka Jenkins
Jul 5, 2025
Marguerite Rose Benas Kochalka Jenkins, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Park Village Pines, at the age of 94. She was born in Madison Connecticut on May 1, 1931. She moved to Saginaw when she was 3 years old and lived there for 29 years. She moved to Traverse City in 1963 and to Kalamazoo...
Julia Chamberlain
Jul 2, 2025
Julia Alice "Judy" Chamberlain, age 101, of Schoolcraft, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 22, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, Judy was the beloved daughter of James Henry and Julia Catherine (Keegan) Bayne.
She graduated from Stratford High School in Stratford, Connecticut, in 1942. On November 24, 1945, she married the love of her life,...
Marvin Arthur (Bud) Payne Jr
Jul 2, 2025
Marvin A ‘Bud’ Payne Jr.
Marvin A ‘Bud’ Payne Jr., 78, Kalamazoo, died July 2, 2025, in the loving care of his family. He was born June 6, 1947, in Boston MA, and moved to Kalamazoo MI six years ago from Brookfield IL. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1966 and was deployed to serve in the Vietnam War for...
Kenneth Allan
Jul 2, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Howard Allan
1932-2025
Kenneth (Ken) was born February 1st, 1932, to Howard C and Flora H nee Schoenherr Allan in Niagara Falls, N.Y. Ken was preceded in death by his spouse of 52 years Marlene (Mic) Rae Suhr in October of 2009 as well as his brother, John F. Allan. He was received as a member of God’s family by...
Keith Lewis Hovious
Jul 2, 2025
Keith Lewis Hovious 61 beloved husband, father and son went to be with his heavenly father while riding his motorcycle on July 2, 2025. Keith was a graduate of Vicksburg High school. He met the love of his life and future wife at Davenport College in 1982 and they were married in 1984. Keith served in the United States Army...
Phyllis Darnell
Jul 2, 2025
On 9/11/1932 Phyllis Dieterman was born to Frank and Lucy Dieterman in Kalamazoo. As an only child she was cherished by both and the love that they shared was incredible. In 1941 when she was 8 her Papa bought a weekend cottage at Gun Lake where she loved to swim, paddle with her friends and cousins in her canoe and...
Patti Jo Mitchell
Jul 2, 2025
Patti Jo Mitchell, of Battle Creek, formerly of Climax, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the age of 64. She was born on January 5, 1961, in Battle Creek, MI. She was the daughter of Gordon and Mildred (Snyder) Mitchell. She leaves behind a legacy filled with dedication, passion, and a zest for life that touched the hearts...
Margie Metz
Jun 28, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Margie Ellen Metz, a loving mother, dedicated nurse, and resilient polio survivor, who left us peacefully on June 28, 2025. Born on October 14, 1953, in Plainwell, Michigan, she lived a life full of courage, compassion, and unwavering strength. She was a passionate lover of history and the written word.
Margie was a...
Michael "Zippy" William Scott
Jun 28, 2025
Michael “Zippy” William Scott, of Kalamazoo, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 55. He was born on October 10, 1969, in Kalamazoo. Mike was the son of Robert Jr. (Pam) and Carol Scott.
A graduate of Comstock High School with the Class of 1987. He was known for his loving nature, independence, selflessness, and notable dry sense...
Marcia Watts
Jun 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that her family announces the passing of Marcia Luise (Hayward) Watts, who died peacefully on June 27, 2025 at the age of 79 at home in Portage, Michigan after living with breast cancer for many years. Marcia was an amazing mother, grandmother, and friend, and she leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth.
Marcia was...
Sandra Griffin
Jun 26, 2025
Sandra Lee (Marshall) Griffin was born in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on February 17th, 1950. She passed away on June 26th, 2025. She was a devoted wife to Leonard Griffin for 56 years. Loving mother to Christy, Patricia, Jaime, and Sarah as well as grandmother to Toviel.
Sandra loved being a sister, aunt, daughter and long-term congregant at Edwards Corners Bible...
Alan Blood
Jun 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Alan Dale Blood announces his passing on June 25, 2025. He passed peacefully at his home.
Alan was born in Sturgis, Michigan on October 1, 1947, to Milo and Evelyn (Smith) Blood. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Shawn, on January 28, 2009.
He is survived by his daughter, Aimee...
Jacob Sybesma
Jun 23, 2025
Jacob “Jake” Sybo Sybesma, age 94, died on June 23, 2025. Born March 9, 1931, in Winsum, Netherlands, to parents Hilbrand and Geertje (Ettema) Siebesma. Jake grew up during WWII, with Germany invading Netherlands in 1940. As a child, he saw Jewish classmates disappear, trains transporting Jewish people to the concentration camps and war planes flying overhead. Netherlands was liberated...
Rose Robertson
Jun 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rose Violet Robertson, who went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on January 9, 1975, in Chicago, Illinois, Rose was a vibrant and spirited woman whose love, laughter, and light touched all who had the joy of knowing her.
She was the beloved...